Wood Green Area Guide
A locals' guide to Wood Green
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"Alexandra Palace, or 'Ally Pally' as it is affectionately known, was built as an exhibition hall in 1873. However, it burnt down only a few days after its inauguration and was rebuilt in the following 2 years."
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What locals say about Wood Green
“The cuisine in Wood Green is the best in North London. As a Greek/Cypriot living in London, I have found some of the best Greek shops and restaurants in this area. My absolute favourite places are Vrisaki in Myddleton Road and Paneri on High Road. ”
Kostas
“I love vibrant Green Lanes, with an array of Turkish restaurants, variety of shops and the amount of small parks in the area.”
Jon
“It's right next to Alexandra Palace, convenient for shopping and transport, and still relatively affordable to buy a decent place to live.”
Paul
Activities near Wood Green
Kaiyo 3 with Iain Ballamy
This month, Kaiyo is joined by legendary ECM recording artist Iain Ballamy! He has been described variously as urbane, original, melodic, freethinking and uncompromising. Listed in the BBCs publication 100 Jazz Greats between Count Basie and Chet Baker his work is contemporary with both strong jazz and classical references. Over 3 decades spent transcending musical genres and stereotypes and gradually forging strong and ongoing relationships with musicians around the globe, Ballamy has worked with many cutting-edge figures of todays contemporary jazz scene. Not to be missed. Intensly melodic, eventful and full of surprises... The beauty of tone that Iain Ballamy gets is certainly one of the joys of the current scene Andy Hamilton, Jazz on CD Band Line Up: Iain Ballamy - Sax Mark Taylor - Drums Simon Purcell - Piano Amy Baldwin- Bass Karamel - 4 Coburg Road, London N22 6UJ. The Karamel vegan kitchen will be serving food until 9.30pm. Email [email protected] to book a table for groups of 3+.Read more
Lauren Lucille & Her Jazz Folk: A Jazzy Twist on Folk Classics
Join Lauren Lucille, a captivating singer, as she takes the stage with a talented ensemble of musicians, blending the timeless essence of folk music with the sophisticated nuances of jazz. Accompanied by pianist Daniel Hewson, bass player Chris Hyde Harrison, and drummer Matt Fisher, this dynamic group reimagines beloved folk songs in a fresh, almost jazzy style that will transport you to a world of elegance and soul. With a voice that weaves stories and emotions, Lauren brings a unique perspective to the folk genre, infusing each song with a depth and warmth that resonates deeply with audiences. Repertoire will include songs by Joni Mitchell, Bob Dylan, Rickie Lee Jones, Nick Drake, Madeleine Peyroux, Pogues and more! This concert promises to be an unforgettable evening of music, where the boundaries between genres dissolve, and the beauty of folk and jazz come together in perfect harmony. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of Lauren & Her Jazz Folk live on stage on the 16th of May at Karamel. Karamel - 4 Coburg Road, London N22 6UJ. The Karamel vegan kitchen will be serving food until 9.30pm. Email [email protected] to book a table for groups of 3+.Read more
Rhys Darby - The Legend Returns
In a world full of AI and Robot tech can a simple dad with slightly tight jeans stay relevant? Ancient Astronaut Theorists say yes! Rhys hopes to prove that right now a touch of very human silliness is more important than ever!? Perhaps his unique human skills, once thought of as absurd, might just be useful after all!Read more
Stray Kids
The K-Pop group returns to London July 2025 The product of a reality TV show, the South Korean boy group Stray Kids have risen to international stardom far beyond the typical K-Pop fandom.Read more
Ben Crosland's All Star Band play the Ray Davies Songbook
Ben Crosland is bring his all star band to play a selection from the Ray Davies Songbook.
Sunday Late Skate
A fun skate session enjoy your Sunday evening. All customers using their own skates must have either stoppers or jam plugs fitted at all times.Read more
Stagecoach Southgate Summer Show
Annual Summer Showcase for Students who attend the Friday Evening classes from 5-8pm at Ashmole
About Wood Green
Wood Green is a district in north London, located in the London Borough of Haringey. It is situated 6.7 miles (10.8 km) north of Charing Cross. Wood Green is a busy town with a sizeable shopping area with cinemas, bars, nightclubs, numerous restaurants and cafes and a shopping centre close to the tube station. The High Road, the main shopping spine, is part of Green Lanes and stretches from the Wood Green tube station to the next stop on the Piccadilly Line, Turnpike Lane, and is lined with shops along its route. Wood Green tube station is on Wood Green High road with Bounds Green tube station to the north of the area and Turnpike Lane tube station to the south, all are on the Piccadilly Line.
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